MLC School\u2019s relationship with Tonga dates back to August 1935, when Queen S\u0101lote Tupou III visited MLC School and was warmly received by the students. Historically, several Tongan girls attended MLC School, becoming notable figures in Tonga. Jeanette Loy (Maddox, 1960), an MLC School alumna and former staff member, served as Headmistress of Queen Salote School from 1971-1973, strengthening the connection between the two institutions. In 1972, MLC School\u2019s 5th Form girls supported the education of a Tongan girl at Queen Salote School and through her university years.<\/p>\n
When Her Majesty Queen Nanasipau’u of Tonga recently visited MLC School, her visit marked a significant milestone in the relationship between MLC School and Queen Salote College. The visit included a formal ceremony, a Chapel Service, and a tour of the Senior Centre, where the Queen interacted with students and staff. The event also featured a VIP luncheon with Tongan and Indigenous performances.<\/p>\n
Her Majesty’s visit generated a lot of interest and excitement and showcased MLC School \u2013 please see the links below to news stories covering this historic and cultural occasion.<\/p>\n
MLC School visit highlights<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n Instagram Link<\/a><\/p>\n Facebook Videos Link<\/a><\/p>\n Television Coverage<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n News feature broadcast on TV in Australia and across the Pacific region, also on the ABC News youtube. YouTube Link<\/a><\/p>\n NSW Tongan Sport Association girls perform for the Queen at MLC School<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n Instagram Link here<\/a><\/p>\n Facebook Reels link here<\/a><\/p>\n Sister schools in Tonga reignite their sisterhood\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Instagram Link here<\/a><\/p>\n
\nThe Queen’s visit is covered form 2:04 minutes in.<\/span><\/p>\n